Composition for SULPHAQUIN

food interaction for SULPHAQUIN

alcohol interaction for SULPHAQUIN

pregnancy interaction for SULPHAQUIN

lactation interaction for SULPHAQUIN

food

alcohol

pregnancy

lactation

It is better to take Sulphaquin suspension with food.

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

Sulphaquin suspension may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

SALT INFORMATION for SULPHAQUIN

Uses

Sulphaquin suspension is used in the treatment of malaria and cerebral malaria.

How it works

Sulphaquin suspension belongs to a class of medications called antimalarials. It inhibits vital life processes of the malaria causing parasites thereby interfering with the growth of parasites in the red blood cells of the human body.

Do not take if Patients have history of blackwater fever (a complication of malaria), thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (a rare blood disorder) or thrombocytopenia (abnormally low number of platelets in blood).

Avoid if Patients is suffering from tinnitus (ringing in ears) or hematuria (blood in the urine).

Frequently asked questions for SULPHAQUIN

Quinine

Q.Is quinine good for leg cramps/ cramps/ stop leg cramps/ help leg cramps?Yes. Quinine is used in certain cases to prevent and treat night leg cramps which regularly disrupt sleep

Q.Does quinine help with restless leg syndrome?No. Quinine is not indicated for use in neurological conditions like restless leg syndrome. It is used in certain cases to prevent and treat night leg cramps

Q.Is quinine an alkaloid/ a stimulant/ a diuretic?Quinine is an alkaloid obtained from bark of the cinchona tree. It is not a stimulant (i.e. does not stimulate the brain or any mental functions) or a diuretic (does not increase urine output)

Q.Can you take quinine with warfarin?Taking warfarin with quinine may increase risk of unexplained bleeding or bruising as quinine may decrease platelet count in blood (thrombocytopenia). Please inform your doctor about all medications you are taking currently before starting quinine treatment

Q.Does quinine prevent malaria?No. Quinine does not prevent malaria. It is used for the treatment of malaria (caused by parasite Plasmodium falciparum) which is resistant to multiple drugs including chloroquine.